Orthodontic practices near CM6
On our practice register: None within 5 miles of CM6; 8 practices within 10 and 56 practices within 20. The closest is Braintree Dental Studio, 6.8 miles east.
| Practice | Distance | NHS | Braces | Aligners | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braintree Dental StudioBraintree | 6.8 miles east | – | – | – | 4.8 (268 reviews) |
| Horn Mews Dental PracticeBraintree | 7.9 miles east | – | – | – | 5.0 (9 reviews) |
| Braintree Dental CentreBraintree | 8.0 miles east | ✓ | – | ✓ | 3.9 (38 reviews) |
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 8.5 miles west | – | – | – | 4.9 (371 reviews) |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 8.5 miles west | – | – | ✓ | 4.9 (265 reviews) |
| THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICEFord | 8.5 miles west | ✓ | – | – | – |
| The DentistBishops Stortford | 8.8 miles west | ✓ | – | ✓ | 4.7 (486 reviews) |
| Springfield Dental PracticeChelmsford | 9.9 miles south-east | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 4.3 (75 reviews) |
✓ listed in the practice's own information; – not mentioned, which doesn't mean not offered. Straight-line distances.
Nearest places to CM6 with orthodontic practices
The closest town with orthodontic practices is Braintree, 6.8 miles east; the next are Bishops Stortford (8.5 miles west) and Ford (8.5 miles west).
| Place | Practices | Nearest |
|---|---|---|
| Braintree | 3 | 6.8 miles east |
| Bishops Stortford | 3 | 8.5 miles west |
| Ford | 1 | 8.5 miles west |
| Chelmsford | 1 | 9.9 miles south-east |
Counted from the practices on our register around this place, nearest first. Straight-line distances.
Best-reviewed practices within 20 miles of CM6
Of the practices within 20 miles with at least 10 Google reviews, the highest rated is Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics (4.9 from 371 reviews), 8.5 miles west.
| Practice | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS OrthodonticsBishops Stortford | 4.9 (371 reviews) | 8.5 miles west |
| Hockerill Dental Bishop StortfordBishops Stortford | 4.9 (265 reviews) | 8.5 miles west |
| Braintree Dental StudioBraintree | 4.8 (268 reviews) | 6.8 miles east |
| The DentistBishops Stortford | 4.7 (486 reviews) | 8.8 miles west |
Ratings are each practice's public Google review average and say nothing about clinical quality. Straight-line distances.
Getting orthodontic treatment from CM6
The nearest practice to CM6 is Braintree Dental Studio, 6.8 miles away. Treatment usually needs a visit every six to ten weeks, so it is worth choosing a practice whose journey you can sustain and asking how many appointments can be combined. Within 10 miles there are 8 practices, and within 20 there are 56.
To make the first step cheaper or shorter: Hockerill Dental Bishop Stortford (8.5 miles) mentions a free consultation, and 4 of the practices around CM6 list clear aligners, the nearest 8 miles away.
If you are looking at NHS orthodontics (free for eligible under-18s, by referral from your dentist): NHS dental services around CM6 are commissioned by NHS Essex Integrated Care Board; the nearest practice listing NHS orthodontics is Braintree Dental Centre, 8 miles away; and complex cases are referred to hospital orthodontic departments such as Royal London Dental Hospital in London, about 31 miles away.
Allowing for roads about 30% longer than the straight line and an average of 35 mph, the drive from CM6 to Braintree Dental Studio is roughly 15 minutes each way. A course of fixed braces typically means 10 to 20 visits (a consultation, the fitting, 7 to 17 adjustments and the removal), which from here comes to about 180 to 350 miles and 5 to 10 hours on the road. At the 45p a mile HMRC uses for business driving, that is roughly £80 to £160 in running costs. Clear aligners usually need fewer visits, perhaps 6 to 10 (about 110 to 180 miles), so ask any practice how many a plan for your case would involve before you commit to the journey. About 11.4% of households in the surrounding census area have no car, for whom the journey means public transport or a lift.
CM6 at a Glance
| Nation | England |
|---|---|
| Council area | Uttlesford |
| NHS dental services | NHS Essex Integrated Care Board |
| NHS orthodontic charges | Free for eligible under-18s; adults pay Band 3 (£332.10) |
| Area type (ONS) | Urban: Nearer to a major town or city |
| Deprivation | Less deprived than most of England |
| Residents under 16 | 13.9% (Census 2021) |
| Neighbourhood residents | 10,627 in the surrounding census area (Census 2021) |
| Aged 10 to 15 locally | 6.7% of residents in that area, the main age band for NHS orthodontic treatment |
| Adults locally | 8.3% aged 16 to 24 and 31.5% aged 25 to 49 |
| Households without a car | 11.4% in that area, which makes the distance to a practice matter more |
| Residents per square kilometre | 455 in that area (Census 2021) |
| Daily activities limited by health | 13.6% of residents in that area, relevant to practice accessibility |
| Nearest university dental hospital | Royal London Dental Hospital, London — 31 miles |
| Nearest secondary schools | Helena Romanes School — 0.5 miles |
| Secondary schools within 3 miles | 1 school, about 1,265 pupils (DfE) |
| Nearest orthodontic practices | Braintree Dental Studio, Braintree — 7 miles Bishops Stortford Orthodontic Practice- Private & NHS Orthodontics, Bishops Stortford — 8 miles THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE, Ford — 8 miles |
| Estimated drive to the nearest practice | about 15 minutes each way (straight-line distance plus 30%, at 35 mph) |
| Practices within 10 and 20 miles | 8 within 10 miles, 56 within 20 miles |
| Neighbouring districts | CM22, CM1, CM24, CM7, CB10, CM77, CM99, CB11 |
Sources: ONS geography via postcodes.io, Census 2021 (NOMIS), DfE school statistics and Get Information About Schools, OHID Fingertips, UK NHS dental charge schedules and our orthodontic practice register. Distances are straight-line.
Braces and aligners in the CM6 area
A typical orthodontic search around CM6 mixes practical questions about cost, treatment type and how soon advice is available. A postcode-level page helps by narrowing that research to a realistic local area while still giving guidance you can use before any appointment.
Local links for this postcode area
The nearest town page for CM6 is Great Dunmow.
Frequently Asked Questions — Orthodontics near CM6
Where is the nearest orthodontist to CM6?
On our register, the nearest orthodontic practice to CM6 is Braintree Dental Studio, about 6.8 miles to the east. The next closest are Horn Mews Dental Practice (7.9 miles) and Braintree Dental Centre (8.0 miles).
How many orthodontic practices are near CM6?
Our register has 0 practices within 5 miles of CM6, 8 practices within 10 miles and 56 practices within 20 miles. None is inside 5 miles; the closest is in Braintree, 6.8 miles away.
Is there an NHS orthodontist near CM6?
The nearest practice to CM6 that lists NHS orthodontic treatment is Braintree Dental Centre, about 8.0 miles to the east. Others nearby include THE ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE (8.5 miles) and The Dentist (8.8 miles).
Which places are in or near the CM6 postcode district?
Places in or next to CM6 include Great Dunmow, Barnston, Pharisee Green, Little Easton, Brookstreet, Bran End, Little Cambridge and Stebbing.
How do I find an orthodontist near the CM6 postcode area?
Begin with the town and area pages covering Great Dunmow, Essex, then upload photos for a clinician-reviewed steer before shortlisting providers.
How long does orthodontic treatment take for patients near CM6?
Simple alignment can complete in months; comprehensive treatment typically spans 12–24 months.
Last updated: October 2026, compiled by the Virtual Consultant Online editorial team from our practice register and public data. Information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice; it is not reviewed by a clinician. Sources: NHS, General Dental Council. How we compile our information.